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Topical vs Oral Finasteride
The same molecule. Two delivery methods. Big difference in systemic exposure.
Oral finasteride
1mg daily tablet. Strong efficacy. Some patients report side effects (mood, libido) — though incidence is lower than internet forums suggest.
Topical finasteride
Applied to the scalp. Much lower systemic exposure. Comparable hair outcomes in studies.
Who picks topical
Men who experienced side effects on oral, men who want regrowth without systemic exposure.
Who picks oral
Men who want simpler adherence (one pill vs. a topical routine), or who never had side effects on oral.
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